While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Griffonshires are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Golden Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

Griffonshires shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Golden Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Griffonshires as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Golden Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Brussels Griffon, Yorkshire Terrier

Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1980s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Cream
Brown
Black

Fawn
Cream

A Griffonshire can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Golden Retriever can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cataracts

Entropion
Trichiasis
Cardiomyopathy
Vwd
Allergies
Pyotraumaticdermatitis
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Bleeding Disorder

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Dna Test For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Griffonshires are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Golden Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Griffonshires need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Golden Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Griffonshires have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Golden Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Griffonshires bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Golden Retriever dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cuddling, Playing Ball, Training, Fetch, Snuggling, Running, Exploring, Cuddles

Hike, Swim, Run, Running, Jumping, Fetch, Sniffing, Walking, Kisses, Being pet, Go to Park, Walk, Play, Bath time, Ball, Playing, Petting, Digging, Chewing, Sticks, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Hugs, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Exploring, Walks, Walkin

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Griffonshire, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Griffonshires have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Golden Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Griffonshire feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-75 pound (29 - 34 kg) Golden Retriever feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Griffonshire is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Retriever is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Griffonshire is between $21 - $42. This makes an average of $252 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Retriever is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Griffonshires are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Golden Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Golden Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Griffonshires make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Retrievers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Griffonshires are not suitable for children.

Golden Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Griffonshires are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Golden Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Griffonshires are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Griffonshires are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Griffonshires have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Griffonshires may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.